2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 165 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (278 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2475 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
