1999 Peugeot 406 vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 1999 Peugeot 406 and 1999 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 406. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1999 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 1999 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 406, 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, 1999 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Peugeot 406 | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
Model | 406 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |