2005 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 177 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mustang | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | Boxter |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 361 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1281 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2475 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |