2001 Ford EX 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 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 49 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (321 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 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 2009 Porsche 911. 2009 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. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford EX | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | EX | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
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 | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 567 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |