2006 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (190 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (319 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Wrangler | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Wrangler | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
