2012 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2007 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 2007 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 2007 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
| Model | Jetta | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4644 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1482 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2651 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
