2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 5 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. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche 911 | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 911 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 371 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 76 mm |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |