2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 91 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Touran |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3822 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 13.5:1 |
Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |