2007 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 160 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Focus | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 301 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1292 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |