2009 Ford Ranger vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP) has 155 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ranger. (141 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ranger weights approximately 430 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ranger. (330 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ranger. 1998 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Ranger | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Ranger | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 296 HP |
Torque | 330 Nm | 350 Nm |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |