2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2007 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 2007 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 2007 Porsche 911. 2007 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 911 | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3605 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |