2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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 F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (317 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | F-150 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 77 L |