2004 Ford F-250 vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (376 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-250. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1559 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche 996. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-250 (476 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 996. (386 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | F-250 | 996 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2939 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 89 L |
