2008 Ford F-350 vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster

To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2000 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 F-350 (620 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (335 Nm). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford F-350 2000 Porsche Boxster
Make Ford Porsche
Model F-350 Boxster
Year Released 2008 2000
Body Type Pickup Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 6802 cc 3179 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 362 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 620 Nm 335 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 6260 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 2430 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 3970 mm 2420 mm


 

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