1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 640 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. 2010 Volkswagen Routan has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 911 | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Routan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 443 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 2096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 78 L |