1999 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2010 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 436 kg more than 1999 Porsche 911.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Porsche 911 | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 911 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2021 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4912 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |
