1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (236 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 419 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Silverado | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
