1993 Porsche Boxster vs. 2012 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche Boxster (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover LR2. (230 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover LR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1993 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR2 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, 2012 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche Boxster. (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche Boxster. 2012 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche Boxster | 2012 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Porsche | Land Rover |
Model | Boxster | LR2 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1740 mm |