2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 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 2008 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 1999 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
