2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (320 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 279 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 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 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche 911 | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |