2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (204 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 325 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Because 1993 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 1993 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle, 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Freestyle | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 73 L |
