2008 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 22 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
| Model | Sharan | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2475 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
