2005 Smart ForTwo vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 536 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Smart ForTwo | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Smart | Porsche |
Model | ForTwo | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1351 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 64 L |