2005 Porsche Boxster vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, both 2005 Porsche Boxster and 2005 Volkswagen Lupo 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 Porsche Boxster (237 HP) has 188 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 327 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. 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 Volkswagen Lupo, 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 (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Boxster | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | Boxster | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 256 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 17.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 968 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 34 L |
