2009 BMW 525 vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2002 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, 2009 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (320 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 525 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |