2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (224 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 17 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | Boxster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |