2006 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 414 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 37 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Mustang. (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche 911 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 911 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
