2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 675 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-350. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | E-350 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 67 L |