2003 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2003 Ford Explorer. (236 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Explorer weights approximately 546 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Explorer. (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Explorer | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Explorer | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |