1996 Porsche Boxster vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (179 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 538 kg more than 1996 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche Boxster. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche Boxster. 2013 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche Boxster | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Boxster | Venza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |
