2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 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 51 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 102 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Boxster | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | Boxster | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
