2008 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Aspen (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 540 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler Aspen (447 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 2008 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Aspen | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Aspen | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 64 L |
