2004 Ford E-350 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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 1063 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | E-350 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 370 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 | 2488 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |
