2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 395 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestyle | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Freestyle | Boxter |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1281 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2475 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |