2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 3 kg more than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Hardbody | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
