1999 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Focus | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Focus | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
