2005 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,901 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord.
Because 2009 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 2009 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Accord | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
