2005 Porsche Boxster vs. 2005 Toyota Aygo

To start off, both 2005 Porsche Boxster and 2005 Toyota Aygo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (240 HP) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 405 kg more than 2005 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 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 2005 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Aygo, 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, 2005 Porsche Boxster (271 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Aygo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Porsche Boxster 2005 Toyota Aygo
Make Porsche Toyota
Model Boxster Aygo
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2688 cc 1398 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 53 HP
Torque 271 Nm 132 Nm
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 73.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 81.5 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1295 kg 890 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 3405 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1615 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.1 L/100km 3.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 5.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 4.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 35 L


 

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