1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 911. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 911 | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 911 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3387 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 127 L |