2008 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2008 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Escape.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Escape | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escape | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 67 L |