2009 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 210 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
Model | GTV | Boxter |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 263 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1282 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2475 mm |