2006 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2010 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1146 kg more than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Expedition. (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Expedition. 2010 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche Carrera GT | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | Carrera GT | Expedition |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 106 L |