2008 Ford F-450 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 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 35 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (315 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 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 F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-450 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | F-450 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6400 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 881 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 64 L |