2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Fox

To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 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 391 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 612 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. 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 2006 Volkswagen Fox. 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 513 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Fox.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Porsche 911 2006 Volkswagen Fox
Make Porsche Volkswagen
Model 911 Fox
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 1198 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 445 HP 54 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 620 Nm 107 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.4 mm 86.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 307 km/hour 148 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.2 seconds 17.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 978 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.3 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 50 L