2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 7 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2012 Ford Falcon. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 98 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Falcon. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Falcon. (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 911 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1648 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 | 8.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
