2009 Porsche Boxster vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Boxster | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | Boxster | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| 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 | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
