2007 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Aveo | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Aveo | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2475 mm |
