2008 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora, 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Bora | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
| Model | Bora | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 256 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
