2008 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2009 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Grand Prix (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Grand Prix | Boxster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5670 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |