2002 BMW 318 vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 318 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 318 | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 318 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |