2008 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 3 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 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 100 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, 2005 Porsche Boxster (271 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 318 | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 318 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |