2002 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mustang. (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2002 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mustang. (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Mustang | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 415 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |