2002 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (351 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2002 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Falcon weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3150 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Falcon | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Falcon | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 351 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 67 L |
