2006 Porsche Boxster vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 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 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 97 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 63 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2006 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Boxster | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | Boxster | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
