2002 GMC Envoy vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 741 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, 2002 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 2002 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Envoy | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Envoy | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
