2006 Porsche Boxster vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 7 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 569 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 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Boxster | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Boxster | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2686 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
