2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Porsche 996

To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 996. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2004 Porsche 996. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 996.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Porsche 911 2004 Porsche 996
Make Porsche Porsche
Model 911 996
Year Released 2007 2004
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Rear Rear
Engine Size 3824 cc 3596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 317 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
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1535 kg 1488 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 64 L


 

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