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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2004 GMC Sierra. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 962 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (361 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 | 300 HP | 311 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2282 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2475 mm |
