2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 426 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster. 2011 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Boxster | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | Boxster | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
