1997 Porsche Boxster vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 11 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 201 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche Boxster | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Boxster | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
