2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 50 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | 911 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 256 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |