2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (377 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911. 2006 Ford Expedition 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. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Expedition | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 377 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 89 L |