2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1530 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Boxster | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | Boxster | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3380 mm |
