2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 9 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 141 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (320 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster. 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2011 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Porsche Boxster | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Porsche | Honda |
Model | Boxster | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |