2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 887 kg more than 2005 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Suburban | Boxster |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 53 L |