2004 Ford Focus vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 123 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Focus | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
