2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2011 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Ford Explorer. (290 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Explorer.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Explorer. (345 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2011 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 911 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3823 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
