2008 Ford Explorer vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 782 kg more than 2006 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, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Explorer | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Explorer | Boxster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |