2006 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, both 2006 Porsche 911 and 2006 Volkswagen Transporter were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 398 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche 911 | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Transporter |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 19.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |