2005 Mazda B4000 vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,029 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2010 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 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, 2005 Mazda B4000 (310 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda B4000 | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | B4000 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4029 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 290 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |