2002 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 265 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2002 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Accord | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
