2001 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 915 kg more than 2006 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, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Tahoe | Boxster |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 3177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |