2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-250.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | E-250 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 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 Length | 5390 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 67 L |
