2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 309 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2006 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 2006 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition, 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 Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Expedition | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 64 L |
