1997 Porsche Boxster vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 14 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 13 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 71 kg more than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1997 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 1997 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke, 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, 1997 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche Boxster | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | Boxster | Juke |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
