2003 Ford Ka vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Ka would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 358 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Ka | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 279 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2475 mm |
