2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2012 Ford Kuga is newer by 11 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 (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2012 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Kuga.
Because 2012 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Kuga 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 Porsche 911 (385 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Kuga. (320 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Kuga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 2012 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 911 | Kuga |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
