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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 183 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 42 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 190 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 3387 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 291 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.5 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 11.0:1
Top Speed 175 km/hour 272 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11 seconds 5.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1313 kg 1355 kg
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 10.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 64 L


 

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