2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Touran |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3594 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |