2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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. Both 2005 Porsche 911 and 2013 Volkswagen Touareg are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 397 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. 2013 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. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.0: 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |