2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 774 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Wrangler | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Wrangler | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1949 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1260 mm |
