2010 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2010 Ford Escape. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 398 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Escape. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Escape | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escape | 911 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4717 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1702 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |