2004 Ford C-MAX vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2004 Ford C-MAX and 2004 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (236 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (104 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 14 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2004 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford C-MAX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford C-MAX. 2004 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford C-MAX has manual transmission. 2004 Ford C-MAX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford C-MAX | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | C-MAX | Boxster |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |