2004 Porsche Boxster vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd 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 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 66 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Boxster | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Porsche | Kia |
| Model | Boxster | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |
