2008 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Sprinter would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
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, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Boxster. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Boxster. 2008 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Sprinter | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Sprinter | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 54 L |
