2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2007 Ford Fiesta and 2007 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 143 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Fiesta | Boxster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 256 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |