2003 Porsche Boxster vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Boxster (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 840 kg more than 2003 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Boxster. 2010 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2003 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2003 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche Boxster | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | Boxster | Express |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |
