2007 Chevrolet Nubira 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 Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Nubira would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Nubira | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Nubira | 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 | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 263 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2475 mm |
