1998 Ford F-250 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 11 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 820 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Because 1998 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 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, 1998 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford F-250 | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | F-250 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3385 cc |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2420 mm |
