2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2005 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
Model | Lancer | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |