2006 Mercedes-Benz CK vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK is equipped with a bigger engine.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz CK (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CK | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | CK | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 262 HP |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
