2008 Ford E-150 vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-150 | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | E-150 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |