2002 Porsche 996 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 Porsche 996. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Porsche 996. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche 996. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche 996 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 996 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
