2006 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Maverick would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Maverick weights approximately 175 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 (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Maverick | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Maverick | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2475 mm |
