2002 Ford Fusion vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1280 kg more than 2002 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Fusion, 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Fusion | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Fusion | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
