1994 Ford Falcon vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster

To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1994 Ford Falcon. (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Falcon weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.

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, 1994 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Ford Falcon 2004 Porsche Boxster
Make Ford Porsche
Model Falcon Boxster
Year Released 1994 2004
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3984 cc 2687 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 205 HP 237 HP
Engine RPM 4900 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 357 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1535 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2420 mm


 

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