2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 1996 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
