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 |