2009 BMW 550 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 550 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
