2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (245 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 500 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma (382 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Boxster. 2005 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Toyota | Porsche |
Model | Tacoma | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 290 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |