2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2008 Volkswagen Golf and 2008 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 236 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 221 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Golf | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
Model | Golf | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |