2005 Porsche Boxster vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 6 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2011 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Boxster. 2011 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Boxster | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Porsche | Infiniti |
| Model | Boxster | EX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 256 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
