1999 Porsche Boxster vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (249 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 127 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2005 Ford Mustang (335 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster. 2005 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1999 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1999 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Porsche Boxster | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | Boxster | Mustang |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 100.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1387 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |