2007 BMW X3 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW X3 (480 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X3 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |
