2009 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (381 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 454 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (385 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escape | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 385 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 89 L |