2004 Peugeot 605 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2004 Peugeot 605 and 2004 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 605. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 395 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 605. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Peugeot 605 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
| Model | 605 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1275 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
