2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 175 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (370 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Express | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
