2001 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2006 Porsche 911

To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche Carrera GT.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911. 2006 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Porsche Carrera GT 2006 Porsche 911
Make Porsche Porsche
Model Carrera GT 911
Year Released 2001 2006
Body Type Roadster Coupe
Engine Position Middle Rear
Engine Size 5500 cc 3594 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 316 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4250 RPM
Torque 602 Nm 370 Nm
Top Speed 329 km/hour 285 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2360 mm


 

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