2009 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 344 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Focus | Boxter |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1282 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2475 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |