2008 Nissan Murano vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (249 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 610 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2008 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Murano | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Murano | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
