2005 Porsche Boxster vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2007 Toyota Avensis, 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 (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Boxster | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Boxster | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 268 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
