2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (317 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 144 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 9.8 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 | 1450 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2712 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
