2004 Porsche Boxster vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Boxster | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | Boxster | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
