2005 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 283 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. 2005 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Touran | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
Model | Touran | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |