2001 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 302 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
Model | Golf | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2324 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |