2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2002 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Prius, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Boxster | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Boxster | Prius |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.3 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
