2010 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 278 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2012 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 2012 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Impala, 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, 2010 Chevrolet Impala (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Boxster. 2010 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Impala | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Impala | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
