2004 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 645 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (370 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | 4Runner | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 54 L |
