2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 17 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Boxster | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Boxster | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
