2003 Ford Expedition vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 7 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 1025 kg more than 2010 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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 (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Boxster. 2003 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2010 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 | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Expedition | Boxster |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2416 mm |