2006 Porsche Boxster vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 683 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (430 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche Boxster | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | Boxster | Tundra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 430 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |