2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 296 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Freestar | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |