2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Porsche 911. (345 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 12 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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 Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |