2000 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2000 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Wrangler | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Wrangler | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
