2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 566 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Freestyle | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 841 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1150 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2280 mm |
