2006 Volkswagen Pickup 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 Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Pickup 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 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Pickup | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
Model | Pickup | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |