2008 Porsche Boxster vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 4 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, 2008 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tundra. (276 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 275 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Boxster. (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Boxster | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Boxster | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| 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 | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
