2004 Ford Ranger vs. 1991 Porsche 928
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 928 (345 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ranger weights approximately 42 kg more than 1991 Porsche 928.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Porsche 928 (500 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (251 Nm). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ranger | 1991 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Ranger | 928 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 86 L |
