2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 27 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | 911 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1320 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |