2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (262 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 414 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 will offer significantly more control. 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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | F-350 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 64 L |
