2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Boxster. (320 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Boxster. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | Boxster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |