2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 670 kg more than 2005 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | Vito | Boxster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2146 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2360 mm |