2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 4 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 51 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (229 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (159 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8. 2005 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda RX-8 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:
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | RX-8 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |
