2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 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 2,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Toyota MR2. 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Porsche Boxster | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | Boxster | MR2 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2685 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |