1999 Porsche Boxster vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 (266 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Porsche Boxster | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | Boxster | Forester |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
