2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 6,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 84 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6995 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 505 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |