2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (320 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche 911 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 911 | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 415 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |