2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 162 kg more than 2002 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster. 2002 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Boxster | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | Boxster | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
