2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (191 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 470 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Freestar | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Freestar | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |