2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 6 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (356 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 911 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 356 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |
