2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 578 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) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Explorer. (325 Nm). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Explorer | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |
