2012 Porsche Boxster vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Boxster. 2013 BMW X1 has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Porsche Boxster | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | Boxster | X1 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2900 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4371 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1293 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2416 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
