2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 1999 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Commodore weights approximately 350 kg more than 2002 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, 1999 Holden Commodore (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster. 1999 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Boxster | 1999 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Porsche | Holden |
| Model | Boxster | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2950 mm |
