1999 Porsche Boxster vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 12 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 82 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 660 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2011 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Tata Safari 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Porsche Boxster | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Porsche | Tata |
| Model | Boxster | Safari |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
