2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo

To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Porsche 911 2012 Ford Mondeo
Make Porsche Ford
Model 911 Mondeo
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3596 cc 2495 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 316 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 81.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.8 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 280 km/hour 225 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.4 seconds 8.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1545 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 10.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 59 L


 

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