2007 Ford Focus vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 911 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Focus | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
