2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 8 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 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 84 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 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 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3595 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |