2009 Honda FR-V vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda FR-V weights approximately 326 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1999 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 1999 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V, 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, 2009 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (266 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | FR-V | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
