2001 Ford EX vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911. 2004 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford EX has manual transmission. 2001 Ford EX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford EX | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | EX | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 567 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |