2011 Volkswagen Scirocco vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 262 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. 2006 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
| Model | Scirocco | 911 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4256 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1404 mm | 1310 mm |
