2006 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 383 kg more than 1997 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche Boxster. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Grand Prix | Boxster |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2360 mm |