2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Porsche Boxster. (291 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Boxster. (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | Boxster |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 272 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |