2001 Acura Integra vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura Integra would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2001 Acura Integra. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura Integra weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2006 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 2006 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra, 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (176 Nm). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | Integra | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
