2005 Porsche Boxster vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 7 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2005 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X3 (406 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (271 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Boxster | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | Boxster | X3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 67 L |
