2002 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1618 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche 911. (366 Nm). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche 911. 2010 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche 911 | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 911 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3588 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2029 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3967 mm |
