Comparison BMW 3 Series Sedan (E46, facelift 2001) 320d (150 Hp) & Porsche Boxster (987, facelift 2009) 2.9 (255 Hp) PDK
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| Brand: | BMW | Porsche |
| Model: | 3 Series | Boxster |
| Generation: | 3 Series Sedan (E46, facelift 2001) | Boxster (987, facelift 2009) |
| Engine / modification: | 320d (150 Hp) | 2.9 (255 Hp) PDK |
| Production start: | 2001 year | 2009 year |
| Production end: | 2005 year | 2012 year |
| Coupe type: | Sedan | Roadster |
| Num. of Doors: | 4 | 2 |
| Num. of seats: | 5 | 2 |
| Fuel consumption / economy - urban: | 7.9 l/100 km | 13.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - extra urban: | 4.6 l/100 km | 6.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - combined: | 5.5 l/100 km | 9.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Drag coefficient: | 0.30 | |
| Fuel tank volume: | 63 l | 65 l |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 | |
| CO2 emissions: | 214 g/km | |
| Power: | 150 hp | 255 hp |
| Max power in: | 4000 rpm. | 7200 rpm. |
| Maximum speed: | 221 km/h | 261 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h: | 8.9 sec | 5.8 sec |
| Acceleration from 0 to 200 km/h: | 22.1 sec | |
| Torque: | 330 Nm @ 2000 rpm. | 290 Nm @ 4400-6000 rpm. |
| Model Engine: | M47D20 | MA1.20 |
| Engine position: | Front, longitudinal | Middle, longitudinal |
| Engine displacement: | 1995 cm3 | 2893 cm3 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.5 l | 7.5 l |
| Coolant: | 9.3 l | 23 l |
| Fuel System: | Diesel Commonrail | |
| Maximum engine speed: | 7500 rpm. | |
| Aspiration / Turbine: | Turbocharger | |
| Position of cylinders: | Inline | Boxer |
| Valvetrain: | OHC | DOHC |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 | 6 |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 | 4 |
| Compression ratio: | 17 | 11.5 |
| Piston Stroke: | 90 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Wheel Drive: | Rear wheel drive | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of Gears (automatic transmission): | 7 | |
| Number of Gears (manual transmission): | 6 | |
| Length: | 4471 mm | 4342 mm |
| Width: | 1739 mm | 1801 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 1978 mm | |
| Height: | 1415 mm | 1292 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2725 mm | 2415 mm |
| Front track: | 1481 mm | 1490 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1488 mm | 1534 mm |
| Ride height(clearance): | 127 mm | |
| Minimum volume of Luggage (trunk): | 440 l | 130 l |
| Front suspension: | The depreciated rack | |
| Rear suspension: | Helical spring | |
| Max weight: | 1915 kg | 1670 kg |
| Front brakes: | Ventilated discs | |
| Rear brakes: | Disc | |
| Kerb Weight: | 1415 kg | 1365 kg |
| ABS: | yes | |
| Steering type: | Steering rack and pinion | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering: | Hydraulic Steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.1 m | |
| Tire size: | 205/55 R16 | Front wheel tires: 205/55 ZR 17 |
| Wheel rims size: | R16 | Front wheel rims: 7 J x 17 |