1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 480 kg more than 1994 Ford Scorpio. 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Scorpio | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
