2008 Tata Nano vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 745 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano. 2005 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Nano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tata Nano | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Tata | Porsche |
| Model | Nano | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 624 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3099 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1495 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1652 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 53 L |
