2007 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2007 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Ford Focus | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Focus | Boxter |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1282 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2475 mm |