2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Blazer | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 64 L |
