2001 Subaru Impreza vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Boxster. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 99 kg more than 2011 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Impreza | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Subaru | Porsche |
| Model | Impreza | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
