1994 Porsche 993 vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1994 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 993. 2011 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 993 | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 993 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3023 mm |
