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Porsche 996

General information

ModelPorsche 996
Year2002
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating73.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3596 ccm (219.43 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
Drive4WD
TransmissionManual, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear, longitudinal
Displacement3596 ccm (219.43 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power321.00 PS (236 kW or 317 HP) at 6800 Rev. per min.
Max torque370.00 Nm (37.7 kgf-m or 272.9 ft.lbs) at 4250 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke96.0 x 82.8 mm (3.8 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.2285 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space4150 litres (1,096 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Dimensions and weight

Weight1405 kg (3,097.5 pounds)
Overall length4440 mm (174.8 inches)
Overall width1780 mm (70.1 inches)
Overall height1310 mm (51.6 inches)
Ground clearance120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase2360 mm (92.9 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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