1999 Ford Telstar vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2003 Porsche Boxster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Boxster (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 Ford Telstar. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar, 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, 2003 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Telstar | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
