2007 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 384 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
Model | Golf | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 3.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1204 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4477 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2350 mm |