2011 Ford Expedition vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Expedition would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (261 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Boxter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1162 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter. 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 2011 Ford Expedition. 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter. 2011 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Expedition | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Expedition | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2502 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3023 mm | 2475 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
