2012 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 195 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Passat | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
| Model | Passat | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 263 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4769 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2712 mm | 2475 mm |
