1999 Porsche Boxster vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2002 Toyota Tundra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 470 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2002 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Porsche Boxster | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | Boxster | Tundra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3270 mm |