2005 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 13 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Coupe | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Coupe | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2355 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
