2004 Ford E-150 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Ford E-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 747 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-150 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | E-150 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2127 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 63 L |
