2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect 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 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 29 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
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 Transit Connect, 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 911 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
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 | 350 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |