2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Ranger | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Ranger | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1380 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 63 L |