2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 40 kg more than 2010 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Boxster. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | FJ Cruiser | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
