2003 Ford Expedition vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911. 2003 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1989 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1989 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Expedition | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Expedition | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2270 mm |
