2001 Ford EX vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford EX | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | EX | Boxster |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 567 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |