2002 Porsche 996 vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 10 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1166 kg more than 2002 Porsche 996.
Because 2002 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Expedition. 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche 996. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche 996. 2012 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche 996 | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 996 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2651 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3327 mm |
