1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 14 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. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (261 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Boxter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 555 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Silverado | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2475 mm |
