2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 348 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.

Because 2011 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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 (385 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Wrangler.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Porsche 911 2011 Jeep Wrangler
Make Porsche Jeep
Model 911 Wrangler
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3818 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 355 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 385 Nm 321 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1848 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4404 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1877 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2946 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.1 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 85 L


 

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