2001 Ford Fiesta vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Ford Fiesta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 576 kg more than 2001 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Fiesta | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Fiesta | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 296 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 92 L |
