2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2011 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2011 Ford Focus. 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 2011 Ford Focus. 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 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Focus. 2011 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2011 Ford Focus | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 911 | Focus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3605 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2614 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |