2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Explorer | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 54 L |
