1998 Ford F-250 vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 945 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911.
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, 2002 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford F-250. (474 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford F-250. 1998 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford F-250 | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | F-250 | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 841 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2370 mm |