2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 580 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (346 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Endeavor | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 64 L |
