1993 Porsche Boxster vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Porsche Boxster. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 324 kg more than 1993 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Charger is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche Boxster. (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche Boxster. 2010 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche Boxster | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Porsche | Dodge |
| Model | Boxster | Charger |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1478 mm |
