2009 Ford Galaxy 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 Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 65 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Galaxy. 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 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Galaxy | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Galaxy | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
