2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup
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 Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Pickup would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
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 Pickup, 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3823 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
