2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 417 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 993 (347 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (343 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | F-150 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2280 mm |
