1998 Ford Probe vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Probe would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1998 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1998 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 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, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Probe. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Probe | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Probe | 996 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
