2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (335 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Armada | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2420 mm |
