1999 Porsche Boxster vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 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 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Forester weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester 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, 2003 Subaru Forester 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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Porsche Boxster | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | Boxster | Forester |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |