2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Boxster | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Porsche | Xedos |
| Model | Boxster | 9 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2760 mm |
