2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 3 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. 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 2012 Volkswagen GTI. 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 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen GTI has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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 | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | GTI |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 298 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1401 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
