2002 Porsche 996 vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 2002 Porsche 996 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 670 kg more than 2002 Porsche 996.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2002 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford F-150. 1999 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche 996 | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 996 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3050 mm |
