2005 Lincoln Aviator vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln Aviator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Aviator would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Aviator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (298 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Boxster. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Aviator should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 850 kg more than 2011 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (407 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Aviator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Boxster. 2005 Lincoln Aviator has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lincoln Aviator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Aviator | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Lincoln | Porsche |
| Model | Aviator | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
