2012 Porsche Boxster vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 875 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Boxster. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Porsche Boxster | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | Boxster | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2900 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 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 | 1335 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4371 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1293 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2416 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
