2007 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 659 kg more than 2011 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Boxster. (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Toyota | Porsche |
Model | Land Cruiser | Boxster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4477 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1351 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |