2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (400 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1461 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (440 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-250 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | F-250 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4198 cc | 3800 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1295 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2451 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 64 L |