2005 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1175 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Toyota | Porsche |
Model | Land Cruiser | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 64 L |