2004 Ford E-250 vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 968. (305 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-250 | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | E-250 | 968 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 74 L |
