2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 41 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2003 Porsche Boxster (261 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | HR-V | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
