2005 Mini Cooper vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Porsche Boxster (261 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm). This means 2003 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini Cooper | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mini | Porsche |
| Model | Cooper | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
