2006 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Saleen S7
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saleen S7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saleen S7 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 2006 Porsche 911. (326 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 488 kg more than 2005 Saleen S7.
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, 2005 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 579 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche 911 | 2005 Saleen S7 | |
Make | Porsche | Saleen |
Model | 911 | S7 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 949 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1041 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2692 mm |