2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Sierra would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (325 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (261 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Boxter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 964 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Sierra (502 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 261 HP |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2475 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
