2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 86 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2013 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 2013 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 2007 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Passat | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
Model | Passat | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 304 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1481 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1295 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |