1993 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1993 Ford Focus. (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Focus.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 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 1996 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Focus, 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (342 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Focus. (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Focus | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Focus | 993 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1310 mm |
