2006 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2006 BMW 325 and 2006 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,001 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2006 BMW 325 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, 2006 BMW 325 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 325 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2687 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 256 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |
