1997-2005 911 OverviewPorsche 911 Overview (1997 - 2005)
996
Tech Specs Summary
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- 174 - 198 mph
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- 4.0 - 5.4 seconds
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- 296 - 476 hp
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- 17.7 - 21.4 mpg
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- 2,910 - 3,825 lbs
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- 3.5 - 4.6 ft3 (Coupé)
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- 3.5 - 4.6 ft3 (Convertible)
This generation of the Porsche 911 (996) was produced by the German manufacturer Porsche between 1997 - 2005. It's a rear engined car with either rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and came as either a coupé or convertible. There are many power levels available from either a 3.4 L Flat 6 gasoline engine or 3.6 L Flat 6 Bi-Turbo gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 911 is the Porsche 911 GT2 which scores 4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 456 hp and a power/weight ratio of 6.97 lb/hp it has a top speed of 196 mph and gets to 62 mph in 4.1 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Porsche 911 Carrera is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 1.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 361 miles and can store 4.6 cubic feet of cargo.