2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 735 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.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Boxster | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Boxster | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2896 mm |
