2009 Porsche Boxster vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (248 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Boxster | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Boxster | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
