2005 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X5 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 850 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X5 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 279 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2475 mm |
