Model Year | 2006 | 2014 | |
Model | Porsche Boxster | BMW 2-Series | |
Engine | 2.7L H6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6400 199 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 320 hp@5800 330 lb-ft@1400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 95.1 in | 105.9 in | -10.8 in |
Length | 170.4 in | 174.5 in | -4.1 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 69.8 in | 1.1 in |
Height | 51.0 in | 55.8 in | -4.8 in |
Curb Weight | 2855 lb. | 3535 lb. | -680 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 13.7 gal. | 3.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 40.1 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 54.4 in | -2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.4 in | 0.0 in | 53.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.5 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 36.5 in | -36.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.4 in | -53.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 33.0 in | -33 in |
Total Legroom | 41.6 in (over 1 rows) | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | -32.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 9.9 ft3 | 13.7 ft3 | -3.8 ft3 |
2006 Porsche Boxster Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 240-horsepower 2.7L H6 5-speed manual RWD |
sport seats provide a lot of support see full Porsche Boxster review |
2006 Porsche Boxster Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 240-horsepower 2.7L H6 5-speed manual RWD |
no rear seat see full Porsche Boxster review |
2014 BMW 2-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 320hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The driving position feels natural. Buttons and dials are easily accessible, and everything's adjustable if you need to. After a few-hour drive down highway 1, I noticed that my back didn't hurt like it does on most other cars. The seats aren't that soft to the touch, and are quite supportive in cornering, but they are very well-sculpted. Who knew a congenital back defect could be so useful in car evaluation? see full BMW 2-Series review |