2001 Ford Puma vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Puma would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2001 Ford Puma. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 350 kg more than 2001 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Puma, 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Puma. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Puma. 2004 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Puma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Puma | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Puma | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
