2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (190 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 114 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 390 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |