2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 276 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf, 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche 911 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 16.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |