2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 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 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 306 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. 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 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |