2012 Porsche Boxster vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (218 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1135 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Boxster. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Porsche Boxster | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Boxster | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2900 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4371 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1293 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2416 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
