2007 Ford C-MAX vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Ford C-MAX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 192 kg more than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2000 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 2000 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford C-MAX, 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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford C-MAX | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | C-MAX | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
