2001 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Wrangler 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 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Wrangler | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 67 L |
