2005 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus RX would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Lexus RX. (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus RX weights approximately 401 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 Lexus RX. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus RX. (328 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus RX | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Lexus | Porsche |
| Model | RX | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1751 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2475 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
