2006 Porsche Boxster vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1018 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche Boxster | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
Model | Boxster | Express |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2686 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2753 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |