2009 Ford Ranger vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger 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 74 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 300 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger. 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, 2001 Porsche Boxster (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Ranger | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Ranger | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |