2002 Porsche 996 vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 996 weights approximately 236 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 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, 2002 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche 996 | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 996 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2489 mm |
