2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1375 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
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, 2011 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Excursion. (576 Nm). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Excursion | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3020 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 67 L |
