2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 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 368 kg more than 2001 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2001 Porsche Boxster (265 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Colorado | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
