2004 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. (190 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 217 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. (320 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Wrangler | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Wrangler | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 841 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 100.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1622 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
