1999 Porsche Boxster vs. 2012 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2012 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 13 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 84 more horse power than 2012 Renault Grand Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 406 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, 2012 Renault Grand Scenic, 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, 2012 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Porsche Boxster | 2012 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Boxster | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2740 mm |
