2011 Porsche Boxster vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Carens would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2009 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 240 kg more than 2011 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2011 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 2011 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens, 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, 2011 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens. 2009 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche Boxster | 2009 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Porsche | Kia |
| Model | Boxster | Carens |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4341 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1232 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2416 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
