2002 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,399 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen T5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5, 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche 911 | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | T5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3399 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3010 mm |
