1995 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2001 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Accord | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Accord | Boxster |
Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |