2011 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Proton Satria
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Proton Satria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Proton Satria 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 326 more horse power than 2008 Proton Satria. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Proton Satria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 236 kg more than 2008 Proton Satria. 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, 2008 Proton Satria, 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Proton Satria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche 911 | 2008 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Porsche | Proton |
| Model | 911 | Satria |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 429 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4465 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2355 mm | 2450 mm |
