2006 Ford E-150 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-150 weights approximately 336 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | E-150 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1380 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |
