2011 Porsche Boxster vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Boxster. (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2011 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (749 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Boxster. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Boxster. 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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. 2010 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche Boxster | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Boxster | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 749 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4341 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1232 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2416 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |
