2005 Porsche Boxster vs. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1500 kg more than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Boxster | 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Boxster | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3400 mm |
