2000 Ford Artic vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Ford Artic is newer by 3 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Artic weights approximately 48 kg more than 1997 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, 2000 Ford Artic (325 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Artic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche Boxster. 2000 Ford Artic has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Artic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Artic | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2360 mm |
