2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 732 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Defender. 2004 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 2005 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Defender | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
Model | Defender | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.5 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 64 L |