1997 Porsche Boxster vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Porsche Boxster | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | Boxster | MR2 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |