2000 Porsche Boxster vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (335 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche Boxster | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Boxster | 996 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2360 mm |
