1998 Ford Maverick vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Maverick | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
