2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1994 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
