2012 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (222 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1054 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford E-Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series. 2013 Ford E-Series has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford E-Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Porsche 911 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 911 | E-Series |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 150 L |