2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche 911 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Passat |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |