2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2009 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 2009 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot, 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Pilot | Boxster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 64 L |