2011 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 376 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. 2006 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2011 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2011 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Jeep Wrangler | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Wrangler | 911 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1936 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4404 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 67 L |
