2006 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mustang | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mustang | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
