2001 Porsche Boxster vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 8 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 94 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Porsche Boxster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche Boxster | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | Boxster | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3200 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |