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The 911 is Porsche’s original legendary rear-engined sports
car, produced in coupe, cabriolet and glass-roofed targa body styles based on
model, and with numerous flat-six engines and drivetrains. The 911 first went into
production in 1964, and now includes the rear-wheel-drive Carrera 2, GT3, and
GT3 RS models, and the all-wheel-drive Carrera 4, Carrera 4S and Turbo models.
The top GT2 model was added later.
All use Porsche’s flat six-cylinder engine in various states of tune. The Carrera 2 and Carrera 4 models use a 3.6-litre with either a manual or a
tiptronic gearbox. The Carerra 4S uses a 3.8-litre, with a choice of manual or
tiptronic. The race-tuned GT3 and GT3 RS are the lightest cars in the range, and
use a modified high-output version of the 3.6-litre engine, with only a manual
gearbox. The all-wheel-drive 911 Turbo supercar uses a turbocharged version of the 3.6-litre
engine. The lightened rear-wheel-drive GT2 uses an upgraded version of the turbo
motor. Available features include power windows, electric mirrors,
CD stereo and a full set of airbags. Both the GT3 and 911
Turbo is fitted with an Active Suspension Management system, while the Turbo has
an optional Sports Chrono
Package that temporarily boosts
turbocharger pressure for up to 10 seconds by 2.9 psi, increasing torque.
Price,
practicality, continues with rear-engine layout
Porsche Boxster / Cayman
The redesigned Boxster roadster was introduced in
2005, with the fixed-top Cayman coming later for the 2007 model year. Considered
the entry-level Porsche offerings, the pair are powered by a 2.7-litre version of the
traditional Porsche flat-six engine in their base trim, while the higher-performance
S versions are powered by a 3.4-litre version of the sixer. The pair are
considered a benchmark for sports-car handling, with rear-wheel-drive and a
choice of either a manual or a manually-shiftable automatic. Standard features
include power windows, electric mirrors, 17-inch
or 18-inch alloy
wheels, among other luxury options. The Boxster and the Cayman offer head
airbags in
combination with thorax airbags, concealed on the outer side of the backrest,
alongside the usual front airbags. Luggage is space is very limited, with two
trunks, one in the front and one behind the mid-mounted engine in the back. The
Boxster can be ordered with a removable hard top.
Competitors:
Audi TT
BMW Z4
Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class
Price Range
Dhs 161700 - 238400 (US$
43200 - 64900)
Body Styles
2-door coupe, 2-door convertible
Weight (kg)
1300 -
1390
Version
Performance
Engine
Gearbox
Power (hp)
Torque (Nm)
Fuel Econ (l/100km)
0-100 kph (sec)
Top Speed (kph)
2.7 F6 RWD 3.4 F6 RWD
5M/5A 6M/5A
245 295
273 340
8.5-9.3 9.8-11.0
6.1-7.0 5.4-6.1
251-258 264-272
Good
Unbeatable
handling, good looks, quick
Bad
Not quick
enough for the price, practicality
Porsche Cayenne
The Cayenne, the black sheep of the Porsche
family, is a sporty 4WD that is surprisingly as capable on the road as it is off
the road. Developed in conjunction with Volkswagen, it is available in three guises,
namely the base Cayenne, the Cayenne S and the
Cayenne Turbo. All the models have been upgraded for the 2008 model year,
temporarily eliminating the Turbo S, but adding a mid-level GTS model. The entry-level Cayenne has a new 3.6-litre V6 engine,
the S and the lowered GTS versions uses two separate versions of the 4.8-litre V8, while the Turbo uses
a turbocharged version of the 4.8-litre V8. All versions utilise a four-wheel-drive system and a six-speed automatic
gearbox, but a rare six-speed manual is available with the non-turbo models. The Cayenne models include traction control, stability control, ABS
brakes and an active suspension system. An extensive equipment list includes leather upholstery, alarm
system, central locking with remote control, on board computers, tinted glass,
electric windows and wing mirrors, as well as a full set of front and side
airbags.
