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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 336 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. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 237 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 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. 2007 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 6162 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.4 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
