2008 Toyota Tundra vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tundra. (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 35 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2012 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 2012 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra, 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 Toyota Tundra (425 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Boxster. 2008 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tundra | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | Tundra | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
