2006 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 380 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escape | Boxster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |