2008 Porsche Boxster vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Altea would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2007 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2008 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 2008 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea, 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 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Boxster | 2007 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | Boxster | Altea |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 272 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
