2009 Porsche Boxster vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,901 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Boxster | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | Boxster | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
