2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2159 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (321 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Excursion | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5949 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 321 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 64 L |