1999 GMC Sierra vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 1999 GMC Sierra and 1999 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sierra (267 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sierra weights approximately 545 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (266 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Sierra | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Sierra | Boxster |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4784 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2360 mm |