2004 Porsche Boxster vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Acadia weights approximately 727 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Boxster | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Porsche | GMC |
| Model | Boxster | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
