2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 350 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 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 2008 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar, 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Freestar | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
