1997 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. Both 1997 Porsche 911 and 2013 Jeep Wrangler are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (424 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. (281 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 706 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 2013 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (530 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 911 | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Porsche | Jeep |
| Model | 911 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4684 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1798 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 85 L |
