2006 Ford E-350 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-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1561 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 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 2009 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350, 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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | E-350 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |