2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2005 Porsche 911 and 2005 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 341 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 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 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 13.5 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 | 1620 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |