2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche Boxster would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 389 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Boxster. (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-150 | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | E-150 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |