2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Porsche 911 (390 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Explorer | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 390 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |