2004 Porsche Boxster vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Boxster | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Boxster | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
