2007 BMW 120 vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 120 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120.
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, 2007 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 120 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |