2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 6 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (320 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i40. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 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 2005 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40, 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Porsche | Hyundai |
Model | 911 | i40 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |