2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | 300 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
