2009 Porsche Boxster vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, both 2009 Porsche Boxster and 2009 Toyota Highlander were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (209 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2009 Toyota Highlander 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche Boxster | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | Boxster | Highlander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |