2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2000 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche 996 weights approximately 167 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, 2000 Porsche 996 (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Ranger | 2000 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Ranger | 996 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1375 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2360 mm |