2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (444 HP) has 247 more horse power than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 580 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (584 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. 2004 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Five Hundred | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
