2001 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (442 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
