2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 268 kg more than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Colorado | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2360 mm |
