2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 563 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.
Because 1996 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 1996 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion, 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Fusion | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |
