2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (240 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 34 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 Express (441 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (271 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Express | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 271 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 53 L |