2011 Ford Flex vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2011 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 463 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Flex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Flex. 2011 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Flex | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Flex | 911 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2995 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |