1996 Porsche 993 vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 602 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford EDGE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 993. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE 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, 2013 Ford EDGE (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 993 | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 993 | EDGE |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3746 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2824 mm |
