2004 Kia Pride Wagon 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 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 500 kg more than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Pride Wagon | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Pride Wagon | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2475 mm |
