2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (245 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (273 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Tucson | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
