2001 Ford EX vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Ford EX. (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2001 Ford EX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford EX | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | EX | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 567 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
