2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 411 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2012 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 2012 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (290 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Venture | Boxster |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 290 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |