1999 Porsche Boxster vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 424 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Porsche Boxster | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Boxster | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3090 mm |
