2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ranger and 2005 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger. 2005 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Ranger | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Ranger | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1345 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |