2012 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
When comparing the 2012 Chevrolet Corvette's and the 2012 Porsche Boxster's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Chevrolet Corvette has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2012 Porsche Boxster has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2012 Chevrolet Corvette's and the 2012 Porsche Boxster's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Porsche Boxster is a better car than the 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
2012 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster Pricing
A used 2012 Chevrolet Corvette ranges from $28,948 to $49,979 while a used 2012 Porsche Boxster is priced between $19,198 to $60,000.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2012 Chevrolet Corvette’s base engine makes 430 horsepower, and the 2012 Porsche Boxster base engine makes 255 horsepower. The Corvette is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 468 miles. The Boxster is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 456 miles.This gives the 2012 Porsche Boxster the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2012 Chevrolet Corvette the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
28948 - 49979
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.274407
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
19198 - 60000
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Chevrolet Corvette Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.02635 / 10
Reliability:
7.5527 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Porsche Boxster Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Corvette Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
1 out of / 2Ranking
2 out of / 4Ranking
2 out of / 4Ranking
3 out of / 40Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
6 out of / 20Ranking
6 out of / 20Ranking
7 out of / 14Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
8 out of / 18Ranking
9 out of / 40Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
10 out of / 26Ranking
12 out of / 40Ranking
13 out of / 40Ranking
13 out of / 30Ranking
13 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 40Ranking
16 out of / 40Porsche Boxster Rankings
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2012 Chevrolet Corvette Trim Levels
Base, Z16 Grand Sport, Z06, ZR1
2012 Porsche Boxster Trim Levels
Base, S, S Black Edition, Spyder
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
430 hp @ 5900 rpm
Torque:
424 foot-lbs @ 4600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.133 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
214 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.087 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 26 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
288 / 468 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.9 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 27 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
321 / 456 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
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
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
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:
37.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
11 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
52.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
51.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
9.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3221 lbs
Width:
72.6 inches
Height:
49.1 inches
Length:
174.6 inches
Wheelbase:
105.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2943 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
50.9 inches
Length:
172.1 inches
Wheelbase:
95.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/40ZR18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/50R17