2006 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2006 Jeep Wrangler and 2006 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 211 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2006 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. 2006 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 2006 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2006 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Wrangler | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Wrangler | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 256 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
