1999 Porsche Boxster vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Porsche Boxster (266 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Porsche Boxster | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
Model | Boxster | Colorado |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |