2007 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 320 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 2004 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Focus | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |