2004 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 44 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
| Model | Golf | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2475 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
