2006 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (351 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche 911 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 911 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3818 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 351 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 67 L |