2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1536 kg more than 2001 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | F-150 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
