2002 Ford Econovan vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Econovan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Econovan | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Econovan | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2350 mm |
