2007 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mustang. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mustang weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mustang. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Mustang | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.3 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |