2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (377 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche 911 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 911 | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 377 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 64 L |