2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Aveo and 2009 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo, 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, 2009 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Aveo | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
