2005 Pontiac Vibe 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 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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 129 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2005 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2009 Porsche Boxster (215 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm). This means 2009 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Vibe | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | Vibe | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
