2003 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 455 kg more than 2007 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, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Blazer | Boxster |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2420 mm |