2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 630 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Astro | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Astro | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2475 mm |
