2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2002 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (600 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (477 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen W12.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (641 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen W12. (335 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen W12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 2002 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | W12 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Horse Power | 477 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 641 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
