2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (261 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Boxter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (379 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | MazdaSpeed3 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4511 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2475 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
