2001 Porsche 996 vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Because 2001 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche 996 | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 996 | Ranger |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3193 mm |