2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1252 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (361 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Expedition | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2475 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
