2000 Mazda Protege vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Protege. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Protege would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 455 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2002 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 2002 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Protege, 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Protege | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | Protege | Boxster |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 260 Nm |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2420 mm |