1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 975 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 996. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford F-250 | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | F-250 | 996 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6800 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2360 mm |