2011 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Peugeot 607 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 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 607. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Peugeot 607. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 607. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche 911 | 2009 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Porsche | Peugeot |
| Model | 911 | 607 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
