2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2010 Ford Edge. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 1183 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 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 2001 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge, 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, 2010 Ford Edge (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche 911 | 2010 Ford Edge | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 911 | Edge |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 132 L |