2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (245 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (273 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
Model | Defender | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |