2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 608 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (283 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Trans Sport | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
