2001 Honda HR-V vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda HR-V would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2001 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda HR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda HR-V | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | HR-V | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2475 mm |
