2007 Porsche Boxster vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 698 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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 Porsche Boxster (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. 2010 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche Boxster | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | Boxster | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |
