2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 1995 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 65 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Lexcen.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Porsche Boxster | 1995 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | Boxster | Lexcen |
Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2740 mm |