2003 Ford F-250 vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1999 Porsche 911.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford F-250. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford F-250. 1999 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2003 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-250 | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | F-250 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 64 L |
