2006 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 7 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Ford Expedition. (306 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 917 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2013 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911. 2013 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche 911 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 911 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 106 L |
