2001 Porsche Boxster vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Boxster would be higher. 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 30 more horse power than 2003 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 190 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, 2003 Honda Accord, 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 @ 4750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Accord. 2003 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche Boxster | 2003 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | Boxster | Accord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
