2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (381 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 196 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 2004 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 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250, 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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (385 Nm). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-250 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | E-250 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 385 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 89 L |