1998 Porsche 993 vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 27 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 993 | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 993 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3193 mm |