2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 217 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3823 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |