2006 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Fox, 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 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (156 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche 911 | 2008 Volkswagen Fox | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Fox |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3818 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |