2004 Porsche Boxster vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (236 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 258 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.
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, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche Boxster | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Porsche | Honda |
Model | Boxster | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1614 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 | 7.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |