1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,855 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (249 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (309 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Scorpio | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Scorpio | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 249 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
