2005 Porsche Boxster vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 4 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Boxster | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Porsche | Smart |
| Model | Boxster | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 256 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 33 L |
