2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 5 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. Both 2002 Porsche Boxster and 2007 Porsche Boxster are equipped with a 2,687 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 78 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, both vehicles can yield 260 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2007 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Boxster | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Boxster | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
