2001 Ford Econoline vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econoline.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econoline | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Econoline | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2360 mm |
