2008 Porsche Boxster vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche Boxster would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2008 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Boxster | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | Boxster | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 272 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2760 mm |
