2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 2012 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Challenger is newer by 10 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Challenger (376 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 592 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, 2012 Dodge Challenger (555 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Boxster | 2012 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Porsche | Dodge |
| Model | Boxster | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 555 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2946 mm |
