2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 699 kg more than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
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 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster. 2009 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | 300 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2360 mm |