2000 Ford Focus 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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus.
Because 2009 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 2009 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus, 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Focus | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Focus | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |