2000 Porsche Boxster vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 13 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (613 HP) has 364 more horse power than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (249 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (999 Nm) has 690 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (309 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche Boxster | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Boxster | SL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 613 HP |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 259 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2099 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2585 mm |
