2005 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Tracker would be higher. At 2,901 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker.
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, 2009 Porsche Boxster (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Tracker | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Tracker | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2420 mm |