2005 Porsche Boxster vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy 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 172 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 341 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 Volkswagen Caddy, 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Boxster | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | Boxster | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 13.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 268 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
