2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche Boxster would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Porsche Boxster. (291 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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 Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Boxster. (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Express | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |