2007 Proton Gen vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Proton Gen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Proton Gen would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2007 Proton Gen. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Gen.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Proton Gen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Proton Gen | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Proton | Porsche |
Model | Gen | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |