2010 Ford Fiesta vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 358 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Fiesta | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Fiesta | 911 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
