2010 Ford F-150 vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1258 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford F-150 | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | F-150 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 494 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2553 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5885 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2004 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1935 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 136 L | 64 L |