2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2005 Ford Explorer and 2005 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 439 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Explorer | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Explorer | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |