2001 Ford Ranger vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, both 2001 Ford Ranger and 2001 Porsche Carrera GT were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (266 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Ranger | 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Ranger | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 602 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |