2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (311 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Boxter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 242 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | SSR | Boxter |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1281 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2475 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |