2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 2009 SSC Aero
To start off, 2009 SSC Aero is newer by 7 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 806 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 27 kg more than 2009 SSC Aero.
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, 2009 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1037 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (320 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Boxster | 2009 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Porsche | SSC |
| Model | Boxster | Aero |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1090 mm |
