2000 Porsche Boxster vs. 2003 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 3 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 2003 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (335 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche Boxster | 2003 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | Boxster | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
