2009 Porsche Boxster vs. 1999 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Commodore.
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, 1999 Holden Commodore (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster. 1999 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Boxster | 1999 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Porsche | Holden |
| Model | Boxster | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2950 mm |
