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


 

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