2008 Ford F-350 vs. 2004 Porsche 996
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 996 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 996. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 2004 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | F-350 | 996 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 64 L |
