2007 Ford Freestyle 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 Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Freestyle would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Ford Freestyle. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Freestyle.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Freestyle. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Freestyle. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Freestyle. 2007 Ford Freestyle 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 Freestyle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Freestyle | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Freestyle | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2475 mm |
