2004 Porsche Boxster vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis 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 119 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 25 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Boxster | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Boxster | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
