2007 BMW 325 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 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 115 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 325 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 272 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |