2009 Ford Ranger vs. 2003 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche GT2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche GT2 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2009 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, 2003 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Ranger | 2003 Porsche GT2 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Ranger | GT2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 456 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |