2001 Honda Model X vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2001 Honda Model X and 2001 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 Honda Model X. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Model X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Model X weights approximately 204 kg more than 2001 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2001 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 2001 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Model X, 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, 2001 Porsche Boxster (265 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Model X. (217 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Model X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Model X | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Model X | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2360 mm |
