2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (321 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1987 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Excursion | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5949 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3282 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 67 L |