2003 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Expedition | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Expedition | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2420 mm |
