2009 Ford Galaxy vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2009 Ford Galaxy and 2009 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 430 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Galaxy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Galaxy. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Galaxy has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Galaxy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Galaxy | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Galaxy | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2293 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |