2006 Ford E-250 vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-250. (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-250 | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | E-250 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2280 mm |
