2008 Pontiac G8 vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Pontiac G8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Pontiac G8 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (361 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Boxster. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac G8 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2011 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, 2008 Pontiac G8 (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Boxster. 2008 Pontiac G8 has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Pontiac G8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac G8 | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | G8 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
