2010 Volkswagen GTI vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 159 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. 2007 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen GTI has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen GTI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen GTI | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
Model | GTI | 911 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4211 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |