2008 Porsche Boxster vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 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. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Porsche Boxster. (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 928 kg more than 2008 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Boxster. (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Boxster | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | Boxster | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
