2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 10 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 525 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |
