2005 Ford Focus 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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 288 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Focus | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1530 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |