2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
Model | 911 | Vitara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3823 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2490 mm |