2005 Porsche 996 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (315 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Porsche 996. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 996 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 996 | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 996 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
