2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (252 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan 350Z (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 350Z | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | 350Z | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2901 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
