2004 Porsche Boxster vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 591 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Boxster | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Porsche | Mazda |
| Model | Boxster | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
