2002 Porsche 996 vs. 2010 Ford E-250
To start off, 2010 Ford E-250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-250. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-250 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2002 Porsche 996.
Because 2002 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Porsche 996 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-250. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-250. 2010 Ford E-250 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. 2010 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche 996 | 2010 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 996 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2824 mm |
