2005 Porsche Boxster vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 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 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Porsche Boxster (271 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Boxster | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | Boxster | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
