2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. Both 2001 Porsche 911 and 2005 Porsche 911 are equipped with a 3,594 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (320 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3594 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
