2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 5 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 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 567 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | T5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.3 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |