2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2010 Porsche 911

To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (450 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 579 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.

Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Jeep Wrangler 2010 Porsche 911
Make Jeep Porsche
Model Wrangler 911
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3778 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 450 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 7900 RPM
Torque 321 Nm 429 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 6750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1949 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 3890 mm 4491 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.5 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.8 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 67 L


 

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