2008 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2008 Ford F-150 and 2008 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2008 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 308 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford F-150. (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-150 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | F-150 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |