2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 12 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 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 831 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 16.8: 1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
