2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 6 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, 2010 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 413 kg more than 2010 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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, 2010 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2010 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Blazer | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 64 L |
