2006 Ford Freestar 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 Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 48 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 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 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar. 2006 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Freestar | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 67 L |