2003 Porsche 996 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 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, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (220 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche 996 | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 996 | Touran |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
