2008 Porsche Boxster vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 103 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 Volkswagen Touran, 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 (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Boxster | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | Boxster | Touran |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
