2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 11 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 2,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1330 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 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Porsche Boxster | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Porsche | Land Rover |
Model | Boxster | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2685 cc | 2013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2158 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2745 mm |