2011 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Acura CSX
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura CSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura CSX would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2007 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2007 Acura CSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura CSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche 911 | 2007 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Porsche | Acura |
| Model | 911 | CSX |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 429 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4465 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2355 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
