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. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (321 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3823 cc | 3587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |
