2008 Jeep Liberty vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 681 kg more than 2003 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2008 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty 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, 2008 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (261 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Liberty | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Liberty | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 2031 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |
