2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1107 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (496 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford F-150 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | F-150 | 993 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
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 | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 496 Nm | 341 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2499 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2280 mm |