2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Panda and 2005 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (255 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Panda | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2360 mm |