2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar 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 Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 673 kg more than 2001 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2001 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Freestar (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche Boxster. 2006 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Freestar | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2360 mm |
