2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 321 kg more than 2003 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Porsche Boxster (261 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2003 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | B3000 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2360 mm |
