1990 Ford Taurus vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 91 kg more than 1990 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Taurus | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Taurus | 911 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2513 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |