1997 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 605 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Explorer | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2416 mm |
