2001 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 4 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. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 245 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 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, 2001 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 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Wrangler | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Wrangler | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 100 L |
