2006 Peugeot 407 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 407 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 407 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
