2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper 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 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mini | Porsche |
| Model | Cooper | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 256 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
