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Ford Explorer vs. Porsche 911 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Explorer vs. Porsche 911 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $40,750

Ford Explorer Limited   
Difference: $55,325

Lowest Total Invoice: $37,809

Ford Explorer Limited   
Difference: $46,074

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201120082008
ModelExplorer911911
TrimLimitedTargaTarga S
Body4dr SUV2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Base Price $37,535 $87,000 $97,300
Base Invoice $34,952 $76,038 $85,011
Navigation system 795 2,110 2,110
Panoramic sunroof 1,595    
Power front seats   1,550 1,550
Metallic paint (extra cost)   690 690
Floor mats   140 140
Bluetooth cell phone link   960 960
Rear wiper   360 360
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   385 385
Heated front seats   500 500
Obstacle detection, rear   530 530
Audio controls on steering wheel   990 990
Navigation system 676 1,794 1,794
Panoramic sunroof 1,356    
Power front seats   1,318 1,318
Metallic paint (extra cost)   587 587
Floor mats   119 119
Bluetooth cell phone link   816 816
Rear wiper   306 306
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   327 327
Heated front seats   425 425
Obstacle detection, rear   451 451
Audio controls on steering wheel   842 842
Options (change) 2,390 8,215 8,215
Options (change) 2,032 6,985 6,985
Destination 825 860 860
Total Price $40,750 $96,075 $106,375
Total Invoice $37,809 $83,883 $92,856

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Porsche 911

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $58,400
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $48,927
Model Year201120082008
ModelExplorer911911
TrimLimitedTargaTarga S
Body4dr SUV2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Engine290hp V6325hp H6355hp H6
TransmissionT6M6M6
DrivetrainFWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)390, 12235, 9235, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-20235/40-18235/35-19
Total Price$40,750$96,075$106,375
Adjustments for Features-3,0750-1,175
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$37,675$96,075$105,200
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$9,125
Total Invoice$37,809$83,883$92,856
Adjustments for Features-2,8530-1,026
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$34,956$83,883$91,830
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$7,947

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Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Porsche 911

Model Year201120082008
ModelExplorer911911
TrimLimitedTargaTarga S
Body4dr SUV2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100  
6-speed manual $150$150
FWD$0  
AWD $1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100  
Keyless entry keypad$50  
Power rear side windows$200  
Power-adjustable pedals$125  
Proximity key$250  
Remote start$150  
Remote window/roof operation $15$15
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25  
Curve control$50  
Rearview camera$200  
Rollover sensor$50  
Safety key$5  
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500  
Temporary spare tire$150  
Trailer sway control$25  
Vehicle health reports$0  
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40  
Overhead sunglass holder$25  
Roof rails$250  
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125  
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15
Rain-sensing wipers $175$175
Rear air vents with manual controls$150  
Rear HVAC unit$400  
Variable intermittent wipers$75  
Water-repellent front-door glass $15$15
Engine / Motor 
Rear-engine configuration $0$0
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)$250  
Deep-tinted rear windows$275  
Rear spoiler$200  
Retractable rear spoiler $400$400
Wheel-lip moldings$75  
Infotainment 
Aux input$50  
Bluetooth audio streaming$25  
HD radio$50  
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25  
Off-road navigation system $0$0
Satellite radio$200  
SD Card slot$25  
Surround sound$250  
Traffic + travel information$25  
USB port$25  
Voice control for external devices$0  
Voice control for nav and audio$100  
Wi-Fi hotspot capability$0  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75$75
Fog lights$125 $125
Headlight washers  $50
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250  
Power-folding mirrors$50  
Spotter mirror(s)$50  
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25  
Xenon HID headlights  $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50  
Leather door panel trim $250$250
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50  
Manual recliner, second row seats$75  
Metal pedals $75$75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150$150
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100  
Power recliner, passenger seat $100$100
Stowable third row seats$600  
Synthetic suede headliner $650$650
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical  $500
Total Value of Features$6,995$3,920$5,095
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,075$0$1,175
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,8530-1,026

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Porsche 911

Model Year20112008
ModelExplorer911
Body4dr SUV2dr Coupe
Wheelbase112.6 in92.5 in
Length197.1 in175.6 in
Width78.9 in71.2 in
Height70.4 in51.6 in
Curb Weight4,579 lb.3,076 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.6 gal.17.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in38.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room61.3 in51.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room57.3 in53.4 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in41.6 in
Row 2 Headroom40.5 in31.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room61.0 in0.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.7 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom39.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Headroom37.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room50.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room40.7 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom33.2 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.0 ft34.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
43.8 ft34.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
80.7 ft34.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Porsche 911 Targa

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Total Requested15067%
Total Not Requested7533%
Power front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested70070%
Total Not Requested30030%

Option Package Details
Porsche 911 Targa S

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Total Requested15067%
Total Not Requested7533%
Power front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested70070%
Total Not Requested30030%

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