1996 Honda Ballade vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (456 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1996 Honda Ballade. 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, 1996 Honda Ballade, 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 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Ballade | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Ballade | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 456 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 89 L |