2006 Isuzu I-280 vs. 1996 Porsche 911

To start off, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu I-280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu I-280 weights approximately 858 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (251 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu I-280. 1996 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2006 Isuzu I-280 has manual transmission. 2006 Isuzu I-280 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Isuzu I-280 1996 Porsche 911
Make Isuzu Porsche
Model I-280 911
Year Released 2006 1996
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2801 cc 3164 cc
Horse Power 175 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 650 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2010 kg 1152 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 3200 mm 2280 mm


 

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