2005 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 36 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2006 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Bora | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
| Model | Bora | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
