1992 Holden Commodore vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1992 Holden Commodore. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Commodore weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
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 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Commodore. (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Holden Commodore | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Commodore | Boxster |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2420 mm |