1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Blazer | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
