2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 6 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (248 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 620 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.

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, 2001 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. 2001 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Porsche 911 2007 Porsche Cayenne
Make Porsche Porsche
Model 911 Cayenne
Year Released 2001 2007
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3596 cc 3189 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 316 HP 248 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 371 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.8 mm 95.9 mm
Top Speed 280 km/hour 214 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.7 seconds 9.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 2160 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


 

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