2011 Ford Edge vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Ford Edge is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2011 Ford Edge. (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Edge weights approximately 292 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Edge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Edge. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Edge | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Edge | 911 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4679 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1702 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |