2007 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Ford Escape. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Escape weights approximately 440 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Escape | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escape | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
