2012 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 217 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Porsche 911 | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
Model | 911 | Frontera |
Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4465 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |