2001 Porsche Boxster vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Toyota Carina, 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 (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche Boxster | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Boxster | Carina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
