2006 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2012 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Ka, 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche 911 | 2012 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 911 | Ka |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 35 L |
