2000 Ford Taurus vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Ford Taurus. (156 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2007 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 2007 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus, 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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Taurus | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Taurus | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
