2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 620 kg more than 2011 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro 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, 2011 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Astro | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2416 mm |
