2006 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 187 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (248 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 199 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
Model | Golf | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |