2002 Infiniti G20 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 Infiniti G20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti G20 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti G20. (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti G20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti G20 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Infiniti G20. 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 (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti G20. (185 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti G20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti G20 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | G20 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2475 mm |
