2006 Porsche 911 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. (110 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Quantum, 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche 911 | 2000 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3594 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
