2001 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 12 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Suburban | Boxter |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1281 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2475 mm |