2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-250. (500 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | F-250 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 5500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2710 mm |
