2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 2005 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2005 Toyota Hilux is newer by 3 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 142 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Hilux. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 44 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 (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Hilux. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Hilux. 2002 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Boxster | 2005 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Boxster | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1374 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 56 L |
