2004 Ford E-350 vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1068 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 993. (347 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | E-350 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2280 mm |
