2008 Ford Ranger vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 313 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Ranger | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Ranger | 993 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2970 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2280 mm |