2008 Ford S-Max vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Ford S-Max is newer by 1 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2008 Ford S-Max. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford S-Max weights approximately 91 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford S-Max. 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 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford S-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford S-Max | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | S-Max | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
