2007 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Porsche Boxster (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1999 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1999 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Civic | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 64 L |
