2005 BMW X3 vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X3 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2010 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2005 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X3 | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X3 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |
