2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Fiesta | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
