2008 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (236 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 76 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | Boxster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |