2011 Mitsubishi RVR vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mitsubishi RVR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mitsubishi RVR would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi RVR. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi RVR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi RVR weights approximately 25 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mitsubishi RVR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi RVR. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi RVR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mitsubishi RVR | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | RVR | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4295 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1631 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2475 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
