2012 Porsche Boxster vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (256 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 243 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep, 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. (258 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Porsche Boxster | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Porsche | Saab |
| Model | Boxster | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2900 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
