2009 Porsche Boxster vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Safari would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari.
Because 2007 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster. 2009 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Boxster | 2007 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Porsche | Tata |
| Model | Boxster | Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2660 mm |
