2003 Ford Excursion vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (252 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2075 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1999 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1999 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Excursion | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Excursion | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5954 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3370 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2420 mm |
