1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 570 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Blazer | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
