2004 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster

To start off, both 2004 Porsche Cayenne and 2004 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 110 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 Cayenne 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, 2004 Porsche Cayenne 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 Cayenne (321 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Porsche Cayenne 2004 Porsche Boxster
Make Porsche Porsche
Model Cayenne Boxster
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3196 cc 2687 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 237 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 321 Nm 270 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1405 kg 1295 kg
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2420 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 14.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 64 L


 

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