2006 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (450 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 345 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escape | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2355 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 67 L |
