2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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. Both 2009 Porsche 911 and 2005 Porsche 911 are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (341 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 911 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 284 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |