2001 Porsche Boxster vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo

To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 7 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 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 187 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 455 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2008 Toyota Aygo, 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Porsche Boxster 2008 Toyota Aygo
Make Porsche Toyota
Model Boxster Aygo
Year Released 2001 2008
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3200 cc 998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.7 seconds 14.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 865 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 3405 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1615 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.4 L/100km 4.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.2 L/100km 5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 35 L