2006 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Ford Explorer 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2006 Ford Explorer. (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Explorer.
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 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Explorer. (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Explorer | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Explorer | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |
