2008 Porsche Boxster vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche Boxster 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. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Boxster | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | Boxster | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
