2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 57 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | HR-V | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
