2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 398 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2008 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (401 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911. 2008 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-350 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | E-350 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 67 L |