2005 Chrysler Town & Country 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 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 591 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 Chrysler Town & Country. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (320 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler Town & Country | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Town & Country | Boxter |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 361 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1281 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2475 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |