2008 Ford Edge vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 4 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (236 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 246 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
Because 2004 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 2004 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge, 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, 2008 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Edge | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Edge | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
