2003 Porsche Boxster vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S40. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2003 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2006 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 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, 2006 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (261 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche Boxster | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | Boxster | S40 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
