1999 Chrysler Cirrus vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 1999 Chrysler Cirrus and 1999 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (249 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chrysler Cirrus weights approximately 167 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1999 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Cirrus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus. (230 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus. 1999 Chrysler Cirrus has automatic transmission and 1999 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1999 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chrysler Cirrus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler Cirrus | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Cirrus | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.6 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1427 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
