2004 Porsche Boxster vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (236 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 149 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster. 2004 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Boxster | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Boxster | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
