2008 Ford F-450 vs. 2002 Porsche 996
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Porsche 996. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche 996.
Because 2002 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 2002 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | F-450 | 996 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2360 mm |
