2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 2005 Porsche 911 and 2005 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 163 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (335 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 911 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 100.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1387 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |