2000 Porsche Boxster vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 12 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 176 kg more than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2000 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 2000 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche Boxster | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | Boxster | Passat |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4769 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2712 mm |
