2004 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier and 2004 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 138 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier, 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Cavalier | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
