2004 Porsche 996 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2004 Porsche 996 and 2004 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 996 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Porsche 996 (371 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche 996 | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 996 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 371 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |