2010 Porsche Boxster vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 49 kg more than 2010 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2010 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Porsche Boxster | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | Boxster | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1351 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4371 mm | 4557 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1293 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2416 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
