2006 Porsche Boxster vs. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 564 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. 2006 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Fusca has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca 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 Porsche Boxster | 2000 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
Model | Boxster | Fusca |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |