1992 Ford Fiesta vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1992 Ford Fiesta. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1992 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Fiesta. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Fiesta | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Fiesta | 996 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |