1998 Porsche Boxster vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1998 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 1998 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche Boxster | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | Boxster | Avensis |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |