2008 Hyundai Azera vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Azera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Azera. (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Azera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 237 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Azera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Azera, 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 Hyundai Azera (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Azera | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Azera | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
