2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Magnum would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 376 kg more than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Dodge Magnum (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Boxster. (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Magnum | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 272 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1731 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
