2004 Porsche Boxster vs. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (236 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 444 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche Boxster | 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
Model | Boxster | Blazer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 4299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2720 mm |