2001 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 910 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Tahoe | 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 | 260 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2475 mm |
