2011 Ford Taurus vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 3 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2011 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 231 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Taurus. 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 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Taurus | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Taurus | 911 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1821 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5154 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2868 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
