2003 Ford GT vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford GT weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 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, 2003 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford GT | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | GT | Boxster |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 256 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |