2006 Porsche Boxster vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1009 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche Boxster | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | Boxster | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 96 L |