2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (311 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (424 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Corvette | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 424 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1979 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
