2013 Porsche Boxter vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2013 Porsche Boxter and 2013 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Boxter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche 911. 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 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
2013 Porsche Boxter | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | Boxter | 911 |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5 : 1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 279 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | 4-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4374 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1979 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1281 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2475 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.2 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |