2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Ford Falcon

To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2011 Ford Falcon. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 114 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Falcon. (391 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Falcon.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Porsche 911 2011 Ford Falcon
Make Porsche Ford
Model 911 Falcon
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3605 cc 3983 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 445 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 620 Nm 391 Nm
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 92.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76 mm 99.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 10.3:1
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1704 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4967 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1868 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1433 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2838 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.7 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 13 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 9.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 68 L


 

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