2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 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 (351 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 71 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |