2004 Porsche Boxster vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 7 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 74 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2004 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche Boxster | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Porsche | Honda |
Model | Boxster | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |