2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (376 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 996. (386 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 996. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | E-350 | 996 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 89 L |