2007 Porsche Boxster vs. 2004 Porsche 911

To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster. 2007 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Porsche Boxster 2004 Porsche 911
Make Porsche Porsche
Model Boxster 911
Year Released 2007 2004
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Middle Rear
Engine Size 2687 cc 3824 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 225 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 4700 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 253 km/hour 288 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.4 seconds 4.8 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1356 kg 1495 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.7 L/100km 11.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 64 L


 

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