1995 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2011 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 911 | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 911 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1684 mm |
