2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (254 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2011 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (332 Nm). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | 300 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 54 L |
