2006 Ford E-250 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 71 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-250 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | E-250 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 665 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2280 mm |