2007 Ford GT 500 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Ford GT 500 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (315 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford GT 500 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford GT 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2007 Ford GT 500 (678 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford GT 500 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | GT 500 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |