2005 Porsche 996 vs. 2011 Ford F-350
To start off, 2011 Ford F-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 996. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 996.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2011 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 996. 2011 Ford F-350 has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 996 | 2011 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | 996 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 132 L |
