2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 997 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911. 2011 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche 911 | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 911 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3823 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 106 L |