2002 Honda Acty vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Acty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Acty would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2002 Honda Acty. (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Acty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 500 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Acty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Acty. (139 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Acty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Acty | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Acty | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1340 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2475 mm |
