2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Nubira and 2009 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,901 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Because 2009 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Boxster (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Nubira | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
