2008 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 104 kg more than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1997 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | Boxster |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |