2001 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 410 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 2007 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Fiesta | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 409 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 405 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 89 L |