2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1998 Porsche 993
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 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 212 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.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Porsche 993. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 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 993 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Ranger | 993 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2280 mm |
