2009 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2009 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 694 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Expedition. 2009 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Expedition | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 67 L |
