2004 Porsche Boxster vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster 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 Toyota Venza, 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster. 2011 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Boxster | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Boxster | Venza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |
