2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 296 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 2003 Porsche 996 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, 2003 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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-250 | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | E-250 | 996 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |