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Ford Explorer vs. Porsche Boxster Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Explorer vs. Porsche Boxster Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $39,475

Ford Explorer Limited   
Difference: $16,260

Lowest Total Invoice: $36,769

Ford Explorer Limited   
Difference: $11,731

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220082008
ModelExplorerBoxsterBoxster
TrimLimitedBaseS
Body4dr SUV2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Base Price $37,855 $45,800 $55,700
Base Invoice $35,268 $39,923 $43,512
Navigation system 795 3,110 3,110
Power Seat Package   1,550 1,550
Metallic paint (extra cost)   690 690
Floor mats   115 115
Heated front seats   480 480
Obstacle detection, rear   530 530
Automatic climate control, front   550 550
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   690 690
Carbon fiber / leather-wrapped steering wheel   1,360 1,360
Navigation system 676 2,644 2,644
Power Seat Package   1,318 1,318
Metallic paint (extra cost)   587 587
Floor mats   98 98
Heated front seats   408 408
Obstacle detection, rear   451 451
Automatic climate control, front   468 468
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   587 587
Carbon fiber / leather-wrapped steering wheel   1,156 1,156
Options (change) 795 9,075 9,075
Options (change) 676 7,717 7,717
Destination 825 860 860
Total Price $39,475 $55,735 $65,635
Total Invoice $36,769 $48,500 $52,089

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Porsche Boxster

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $18,585
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $13,897
Model Year201220082008
ModelExplorerBoxsterBoxster
TrimLimitedBaseS
Body4dr SUV2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Engine290hp V6245hp H6295hp H6
TransmissionT6M5M6
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)390, 1250, 4230, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-20205/55-17235/40-18
Total Price$39,475$55,735$65,635
Adjustments for Features-2,3250-150
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$37,150$55,735$65,485
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$9,750
Total Invoice$36,769$48,500$52,089
Adjustments for Features-2,1660-119
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$34,603$48,500$51,970
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$3,470

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Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Porsche Boxster

Model Year201220082008
ModelExplorerBoxsterBoxster
TrimLimitedBaseS
Body4dr SUV2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100  
5-speed manual $0 
6-speed manual  $150
FWD$0  
RWD $0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100  
Keyless entry keypad$50  
Power rear side windows$200  
Power-adjustable pedals$125  
Proximity key$250  
Remote start$150  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25  
Brake assist$50  
Curve control$50  
Rearview camera$200  
Roll bar $200$200
Rollover sensor$50  
Safety key$5  
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500  
Temporary spare tire$150  
Trailer sway control$25  
Vehicle health reports$0  
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25  
Roof rails$250  
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125  
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15
Rain-sensing wipers $175$175
Rear air vents with manual controls$150  
Rear HVAC unit$400  
Rear wiper$175  
Variable intermittent wipers$75  
Water-repellent front-door glass $15$15
Engine / Motor 
Mid-engine configuration $0$0
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)$250  
Deep-tinted rear windows$275  
Power convertible top $4000$4000
Rear spoiler$200  
Retractable rear spoiler $400$400
Wheel-lip moldings$75  
Infotainment 
Aux input$50  
Bluetooth audio streaming$25  
Bluetooth cell phone link$100  
HD radio$50  
MP3-compatible player$50  
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25  
Satellite radio$200  
SD Card slot$25  
SMS text-to-speech reader$25  
Surround sound$250  
Traffic + travel information$25  
USB port$25  
Voice control for external devices$0  
Voice control for nav and audio$100  
Wi-Fi hotspot capability$0  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75$75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75$75
Automatic headlights$125  
Fog light, rear $100$100
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250  
Power-folding mirrors$50  
Spotter mirror(s)$50  
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Carbon fiber / leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150
Center armrest(s), second row$50  
Folding second row seats$300  
Leather door panel trim $250$250
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150  
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50  
Manual recliner, second row seats$75  
Metal pedals $75$75
No leather in second row $-300$-300
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150$150
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100  
Power recliner, passenger seat $100$100
Stowable third row seats$600  
Total Value of Features$7,805$5,480$5,630
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,325$0$150
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,1660-119

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Porsche Boxster

Model Year20122008
ModelExplorerBoxster
Body4dr SUV2dr Convertible
Wheelbase112.6 in95.1 in
Length197.1 in170.4 in
Width78.9 in70.9 in
Height70.4 in51.0 in
Curb Weight4,558 lb.2,856 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.6 gal.17.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in38.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room61.3 in51.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room57.3 in53.4 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in41.6 in
Row 2 Headroom40.5 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room61.0 in0.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.7 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom39.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Headroom37.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room50.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room40.7 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom33.2 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.0 ft39.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
43.8 ft39.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
80.7 ft39.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Total Requested15038%
Total Not Requested25062%
Carbon fiber / leather-wrapped steering wheel
FeatureValueRequested?
Carbon fiber / leather-wrapped steering wheel0No
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Total Requested125100%
Total Not Requested00%
Power Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested70082%
Total Not Requested15018%

Option Package Details
Porsche Boxster S

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Total Requested15038%
Total Not Requested25062%
Carbon fiber / leather-wrapped steering wheel
FeatureValueRequested?
Carbon fiber / leather-wrapped steering wheel0No
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Total Requested125100%
Total Not Requested00%
Power Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested70082%
Total Not Requested15018%

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