2000 BMW 316 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (236 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 316 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 316 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 316 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
