2011 Toyota Hilux vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 275 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2011 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Hilux | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | Hilux | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2694 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
