1999 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 69 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1999 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jeep Wrangler | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jeep | Porsche |
Model | Wrangler | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2463 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |