2004 Ford Fusion vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2004 Ford Fusion and 2004 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fusion. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2004 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Fusion, 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (377 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fusion. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Fusion | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Fusion | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |