2012 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 36 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
Model | Tiguan | 911 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4426 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1809 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1703 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |