2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Porsche 911. (326 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 911 | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 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 | 445 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 5.2 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 | 1590 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |