1994 Ford Aspire vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1994 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Aspire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aspire | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Aspire | 911 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |
