2005 Porsche 996 vs. 2011 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2011 Ford Kuga is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2011 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Kuga weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Kuga. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Kuga.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 996 | 2011 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 996 | Kuga |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |