2006 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Porsche 911

To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Porsche 911. (321 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Porsche 911 2007 Porsche 911
Make Porsche Porsche
Model 911 911
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Rear Rear
Engine Size 3824 cc 3594 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 321 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.8 mm 82.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.8:1 11.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 288 km/hour 280 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.9 seconds 5.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 11.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 67 L


 

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