2003 Porsche Boxster vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 6 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 2,901 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2003 Porsche Boxster (261 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Porsche Boxster | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | Boxster | Boxster |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 261 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2420 mm |