2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Ranger | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 64 L |
