2000 Porsche Boxster vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (249 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (309 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Porsche Boxster 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
Make Porsche Chevrolet
Model Boxster Silverado
Year Released 2000 2012
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2855 cc 5999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Horse Power 249 HP 323 HP
Torque 309 Nm 516 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 5720 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 2440 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 3380 mm


 

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