2007 BMW 325 vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2002 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 325 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
