2005 Mazda B2500 vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2005 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 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, 2009 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda B2500 | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | B2500 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4030 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2420 mm |