2000 Porsche 996 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Porsche 996. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2000 Porsche 996. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 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 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche 996. (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Porsche 996 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 996 | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3387 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |