2005 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (241 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 238 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 Honda Accord. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (287 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Accord | Boxter |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 361 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1281 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2475 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |