2006 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 304 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | G | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2686 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 64 L |
