2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | BT-50 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2360 mm |
