2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 3 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2012 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 73 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, 2012 Ford Escape, 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 (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape. 2012 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 2012 Ford Escape | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 911 | Escape |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 409 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 405 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 66 L |