2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 73 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Boxster | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | Boxster | Golf |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
