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Porsche 996 Cabriolet

General information

ModelPorsche 996 Cabriolet
Year2005
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating64.9 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
Airbags4

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear, longitudinal
Displacement3596 ccm (219.43 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power321.7 PS (237 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 ratio0.2168 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4130 litres (1,091 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1485 kg (3,273.9 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)
Fuel capacity64.0 litres (16.91 gallons)

Other specifications

Service interval20,000 km
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