2002 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 63 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus, 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, 2005 Porsche Boxster (271 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Focus | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 53 L |
