2004 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Impala. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 290 kg more than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1997 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 1997 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Impala, 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 Chevrolet Impala (305 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Impala | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Impala | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2360 mm |
