2000 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 911 (328 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2011 Ford Flex. (262 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Flex.
Because 2000 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 2000 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex, 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, 2000 Porsche 911 (351 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Flex. (336 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Flex. 2011 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche 911 | 2011 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 911 | Flex |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 262 HP |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2995 mm |
