2009 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 156 kg more than 2001 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2001 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 2001 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, 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, 2009 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Focus | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
