2003 Ford Lynx vs. 2003 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2003 Ford Lynx and 2003 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2003 Ford Lynx. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 Ford Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Lynx, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Lynx.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ford Lynx 2003 Porsche 911
Make Ford Porsche
Model Lynx 911
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1595 cc 3596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 340 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2360 mm


 

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