2000 Ford Desert Excursion vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Desert Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Desert Excursion would be higher. At 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion. (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion.
Because 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion (576 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Desert Excursion | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Desert Excursion | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |
