2006 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 525 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2475 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
