2000 Ford Ranger vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (249 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ranger. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Ranger weights approximately 38 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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (305 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ranger. (250 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ranger | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Ranger | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |
