2005 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 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 2011 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
Model | New Beetle | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1292 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |