2008 Acura TL vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TL would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 46 kg more than 2008 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL. 2008 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | TL | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2475 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
