2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 473 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 16.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
