2004 Honda NSX vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda NSX would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Honda NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda NSX weights approximately 120 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2004 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter. 2004 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda NSX | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | NSX | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2475 mm |
