2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2003 Porsche Boxster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 321 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Porsche Boxster (261 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 Nm). This means 2003 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Boxster |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 261 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2360 mm |