2009 Porsche Boxster vs. 2006 BMW 523
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 523 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP) has 77 more horse power than 2006 BMW 523. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 523.
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, 2006 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster. 2006 BMW 523 has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 523 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Boxster | 2006 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | Boxster | 523 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
