2003 Ford Expedition vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 6 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (252 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster. 2003 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Expedition | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Expedition | Boxster |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2420 mm |