2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 9 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche 911 | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |