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 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 996. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 996 weights approximately 381 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
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 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 996. (370 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 | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6802 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 64 L |
