2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (149 HP @ 1750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
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 | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 62 L |