2009 Ford F-250 vs. 2000 Porsche RGT

To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche RGT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche RGT would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Porsche RGT. (276 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Porsche RGT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche RGT weights approximately 364 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.

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 F-250 (495 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche RGT. (376 Nm). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche RGT.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford F-250 2000 Porsche RGT
Make Ford Porsche
Model F-250 RGT
Year Released 2009 2000
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 5400 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 276 HP
Torque 495 Nm 376 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 5770 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1930 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2340 mm


 

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