2007 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Mustang | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | Boxster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.7 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |