2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2007 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Ranger | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 415 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
