2009 Lotus Evora vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Lotus Evora is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Evora. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Evora.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lotus Evora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Evora. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Evora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Evora | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lotus | Porsche |
| Model | Evora | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
