1997 Porsche Boxster vs. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
When we compare the 1997 Porsche Boxster's and the 1997 Chevrolet Camaro's specifications and ratings, the 1997 Porsche Boxster has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. The 1997 Porsche Boxster and 1997 Chevrolet Camaro have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 1997 Porsche Boxster's and the 1997 Chevrolet Camaro's specifications and ratings, the 1997 Porsche Boxster is a better car than the 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
1997 Porsche Boxster vs. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro Pricing
A used 1997 Porsche Boxster ranges from $6,298 to $19,993 while a used 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is priced between $7,956 to $26,338.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1997 Porsche Boxster’s base engine makes 201 horsepower, and the 1997 Chevrolet Camaro base engine makes 200 horsepower. Both the Boxster and the Camaro are rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 360 and 420 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 1997 Chevrolet Camaro has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
6298 - 19993
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
7956 - 26338
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.325295
Porsche Boxster Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Camaro Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.314033 / 10
Reliability:
7.628066 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Porsche Boxster Rankings
Not yet available
Chevrolet Camaro Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 9Ranking
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8 out of / 15Ranking
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10 out of / 15Ranking
14 out of / 15Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1997 Porsche Boxster Trim Levels
Base
1997 Chevrolet Camaro Trim Levels
Base, RS, Z28, Z28 SS
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
2 years
Warranty, Powertrain:
2 years
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
201 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
181 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
225 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
255 / 360 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 28 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
255 / 420 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Heated Seats
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
39 inches
Rear Leg Room:
26.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
43.5 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2822 lbs
Width:
70.1 inches
Height:
50.8 inches
Length:
171 inches
Wheelbase:
95.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3455 lbs
Width:
74.1 inches
Height:
52 inches
Length:
193.2 inches
Wheelbase:
101.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available