2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 19 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (172 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Ranger | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1342 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
