2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 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 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 807 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3822 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 91.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |