1998 Volkswagen Caddy vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Volkswagen Caddy | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
Model | Caddy | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1311 mm |