2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (236 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 359 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 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 (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | F-150 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
