1999 Nissan Sunny vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2003 Porsche Boxster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Sunny, 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, 2003 Porsche Boxster (261 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Sunny | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Sunny | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
