2004 Porsche Boxster vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2010 Ford Edge. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 1198 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, 2010 Ford Edge, 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, 2010 Ford Edge (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Boxster | 2010 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | Boxster | Edge |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 132 L |
